Festivals

The Indio Powwow takes place on the Cabazon Indian Reservation located in Indio, California. Included in the celebration are Native American dance competitions for contestants of all ages, bird singing, and drum contests. There are also opportunities for visitors to join dancers in the arena during non-competitive, inter-tribal dancing.

The city of Indio plans to kick off the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony. The event is free and open to the public located between City Hall and the Indio Public Library to light the giant Christmas tree. There will be carolers from local schools, holiday story time, and of course a visit from Santa! Admission is free.

The Indio International Tamale Festival is loaded with excitement. Visitors delight in scrumptious tamales, endless alternative food options, shopping, and all-day entertainment. Festival fans like to relax while enjoying a variety of live entertainment including live music from local and regional bands, traditional Folklorico dancing, vintage car show, and a community parade. Admission is free.

The City of Indio celebrates Arbor Day as the only Tree City USA Community in the Coachella Valley. Designated by the Arbor Day Foundation as a city with a sound urban forestry management program, Indio residents businesses, and organizations donate and take part in planting trees to help green the community. This year's event will take place at Miles Avenue Park at 82540 Miles Avenue.

The Kennel Club of Palm Springs annually hosts one of the most prestigious dog shows in the world and is considered the opening event of the dog show year in the west coast. The AKC Licensed All Breed Dog Show, Obedience and Rally Trials are held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio.  

Empire Polo Club’s Polo Season. Sunday Polo kicks off on the first week of January. The official “Opening Day & Hat Day” at Empire Polo Club is scheduled for Sunday, January 6th, 2019.

The FMCA annual rally is one of the world's largest gathering of motorhome owners. The event is an opportunity for members to socialize, view exhibits, attend seminars and enjoy quality entertainment. This 5-day event brings nearly 20,000 visitors to Indio. With approximately 109,000 members, the FMCA is the world’s largest motorhome owners group. 

Now in its 11th year, the Sand Storm Lacrosse Festival is the premier co-ed lacrosse event in North America. Teams from across the country play championship tournament games. The event is free and open to the public, and is held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio.

Now in its 32st year, the Southwest Arts Festival Indio features over 200 artists from around the world. Includes interactive art displays and live music, with pottery, glass blowing and fine art painting. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of food and beverage options while casually walking the grounds.

This annual community event is open to the public and focuses on the health & wellness of those 50 years and older, and their families. The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Indio Senior Center, which is dedicated to enhancing the dignity and quality of the culturally diverse and aging population of the Coachella Valley.

Indio has been home to the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival for more than 50 years! This week-long event has live entertainment, including camel and ostrich races, and a nightly Arabian nights musical pageant. There is a wide variety of delicious food, carnival rides, and shopping. 

Enjoy live entertainment while tasting an assortment of wines and craft beer during this amazing “experience.” Over 5,000 attendees flock to the Empire Polo Club during this day to listen to a line up of reggae, funk, blues and rock bands. Over 80 breweries, wineries and food trucks are on hand, and incredible art pieces are also on display.

This annual event at the world famous Coachella Valley History Museum celebrates Indio’s pioneers and highlights the history of the Coachella Valley that started in Indio. Families gather to enjoy live entertainment, quilt making, wood carving and much more! Admission is free.

Nearly 250,000 visitors from around the world converge at the Empire Polo Club in Indio to experience the event simply known as “Coachella.” This world-wide phenomenon features the most famous and cutting-edge musical artists, as well as a dazzling array of visual arts for the eyes to feast. See why Indio is known as the #1 City in the USA for live music!  

Stagecoach is the premier country music concert event. This three-day event celebrates country music and culture, and features the latest Nashville stars and legends. Enjoy the best of country, alternative country, bluegrass and folk. This year's headliner is Garth Brooks!  Yee haw!

Riverside County celebrates mental health awareness month by showcasing poetry, paintings, and drawings to increase awareness and promote services for families and communities. The event is free and held at the Riverside County Fairgrounds.